Maverick Carter, the longtime friend and business partner of NBA star LeBron James, has paid $3.465 million for a renovated compound in Hollywood Hills. (Zeeshotz)

Maverick Carter, the manager of LeBron James’ growing business empire, has followed in the footsteps of the NBA superstar, buying a home in the Los Angeles area.

Whereas James’ new off-season estate resides on the Westside, Carter paid $3.465 million for a renovated Hamptons-inspired compound in a popular celebrity section of Hollywood Hills.

Recently developed by American Coastal Properties, the two-story house sits behind a gated entrance on a corner lot with a motor court. Views take in the Hollywood sign, Griffith Observatory and the San Fernando Valley.

Interiors done in neutral tones and wide-plank wood floors include a fireplace, a modern kitchen with a wide island/bar, a home theater and a custom wine closet. Four bedrooms and 4.75 bathrooms are within more than 4,400 square feet of open space.

Outdoors, a large deck overlooks a swimming pool and spa, a pool house and an outdoor shower. A separate studio/gym sits adjacent to the pool.